Doctor of Psychology in Counseling Psychology (Psy.D.)
Recent Submissions
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Spiritual Well-Being as a Mediator in the Relationship Between Spiritual Behavior and Emotional Exhaustion in Pastors
Northwest University, 2017
vii, 74 pagesThe purpose of this study is to elucidate the relationship between spiritual discipline, spiritual well-being, and emotional exhaustion in pastors. Past research has indicated that pastors rely on a variety of systems, ... -
Major Depressive Disorder Treatments in Community Mental Health Clinics
Northwest University, 2018
65 pagesDepression affects many individuals worldwide, indiscriminant of race, gender or age (Burnett-Zeigler, Zivin, Islam, & Ilgen, 2012; Cuijpers & Schoevers, 2004; Watters, 2010). In 2012, the World Health Organization (WHO) ... -
Effective Behaviors of Parents Raising a Child With an Autism Spectrum Disorder
Northwest University, 2016
117 pagesAutism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that can present with a variety of symptoms such as impaired social interactions, difficulty with verbal and nonverbal communication, repetitive behaviors, and ... -
Disordered Eating and Attachment With God and Others : An Exploratory Study
Northwest University, 2017
vi, 84 pagesResearch trends suggest that there is a correlation between insecure attachment with God and with others and disordered eating behaviors. Individuals who report insecure attachment with others and with God may be more ... -
Lifespan Integration Effectiveness in Traumatized Women
Northwest University, 2012
49 pagesIn the research study, Lifespan Integration (LI) is studied in order to determine its effectiveness in treating women who have trauma related symptoms. The participants were gathered at a shelter in Seattle that specializes ... -
The Extended Play-Based Developmental Assessment: Children Five to Nine Years Old With Trauma History
Northwest University, 2012
ii, 87 pagesChildren who have experienced trauma and abuse require special provisions to navigate successfully through the initial phase of therapy, in particular the assessment process (Briere, Johnson, Bissada, Damon, Crouch, & Gill, ... -
Yoga For Youth: The Effects of Yoga On Mindfulness In High-Risk Adolescents
Northwest University, 2016
97 pagesYoga has been demonstrated to have physiological and psychological benefits to young people and adults with a variety of psychological issues. Trauma-Informed Yoga (TIY) is tailored for people with sensitivity to triggers, ... -
Grief and Charity: Exploring the Relationship Between Grieving the Death of a Child and Resulting Charitable Involvement
Northwest University, 2014
96 pagesExperiencing the death of a child is a traumatic and horrifying experience for any parent. The topic of grief is well researched; however, there seems to be a gap in the literature as it pertains to ways parents respond ... -
Church and Psychology Collaboration: Developing an Action Plan for International Christian Center
Northwest University, 2015
110 pagesTraditionally, professionals in the field of psychology and within faith communities have overlapped in the type of care they offer. As worldviews expand, there is increased interest among psychologists and faith leaders ... -
Temperament and Prediction of Dropout From Eating Disorder Treatment at Eating Recovery Center of Washington Partial Hospitalization Program
Northwest University, 2016
108 pagesThis study explores the possibility of temperament and character predicting dropout from partial hospitalization program (PHP) eating disorder treatment at Eating Recovery Center of Washington (ERCWA) in Bellevue, Washington. ... -
The Impact of Therapy Balls on Executive Functioning and behavior in the Classroom
Northwest University, 2015
66 pagesThe purpose of this dissertation is to determine the impact on children’s executive functioning and self-esteem when therapy balls are used in the classroom instead of traditional seating. An experimental, within subject ... -
A Program Evaluation of a Partial Hospitalization Program Applying a Biopsychosocial-Spiritual Model
Northwest University, 2016
62 pagesThis study evaluated the efficacy of a partial hospitalization (PH) program based in the Meier Clinic’s private counseling center in Bothell, Washington, which was originally developed in the late 1980s. PH programs became ... -
Does Service Learning Improve Quality of Life?
Northwest University, 2015
52 pagesService Learning has been found to benefit students’ understanding of course material (Primavera, 1999), increase grades (Scales, Blyth, Berkas, & Kielsmeier, 2000), and improve attendance and skills acquisition (Kozeracki, ... -
Exploring the Experiences of Female Gamers
Northwest University, 2017
209 pagesVideo games are growing in popularity, with nearly half of all game consumers being women. While there is a change in consumer demographics, the majority of video game content continues to portray females as sexually ... -
Creating Culturally Contextualized Therapeutic Interventions for Sexual Trauma Aftercare
Northwest University, 2014
180 pagesResearch about somatic trauma experiences provided ample evidence that the mind and body are intrinsically connected. Regarding my dissertation topic, this evidence also shows the Mind Body connection in sexual trauma which ... -
Help-Seeking Attitudes in Chinese International Students in Community Colleges: A Study of the Impact of Acculturative Stress and Coping Strategies
Northwest University, 2016
179 pagesThe primary purpose of this mixed methodology study is to explore the psychological help-seeking attitudes amongst the Chinese international students attending community colleges when facing acculturative stress. The ... -
The Business of Private Practice in Psychology in the Day and Age of the Affordable Care Act
Northwest University, 2016
134 pagesThe business of private psychological practice historically has involved both skill in providing therapeutic care and financial acumen. The complexities of the current healthcare system in America have made the dilemma of ... -
Effects of Text Messaging Positive Psychology on Well-being
Northwest University, 2017
113 pagesThis study examined the effects of an Ecological Momentary Intervention (EMI) coupled with Positive psychotherapy (PPT) on well-being. While researchers have examined the effects of positive psychology interventions and ... -
Seven Participants’ Facebook Experiences of Loss & Mourning
Northwest University, 2017
x, 115 pagesSocial media, and for many, specifically, Facebook, has emerged as an integral part of daily routine and is often the primary medium for sharing news with one’s community. With the emergence of this technologically integrated ... -
Effects of Integrative Restoration iRest on Perceived Stress in Workers
Northwest University, 2017
iii, 97 pagesThis study explored the effects of a 10-step protocol of iRest® Yoga Nidra Meditation on perceptions of stress in workers. The research hypothesized that the completion of a 4-week iRest protocol would decrease perceived ...
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